Public Defender Associate — Indigent Defense, Fast-Paced

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PERS

Job summary

The Tuscarawas County Public Defender's office is seeking a self-motivated individual for the position of Assistant Public Defender. This full-time role will represent indigent clients in juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony courts at all stages of court proceedings in Tuscarawas County.

The ideal candidate should be dedicated to indigent defense, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, high-caseload environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated dedication to indigent defense.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-caseload environment.
• Capacity to relate to indigent clients with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony courts at all stages of proceedings.
• Regular client contact, conduct research, advocate, maintain records, and prepare briefs and motions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Caseload management

Client relations

Job description

The Tuscarawas County Public Defender's office is seeking a self-motivated individual for the position of Assistant Public Defender. This full-time role will represent indigent clients in juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony courts at all stages of court proceedings in Tuscarawas County.

The ideal candidate should be dedicated to indigent defense, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, high-caseload environment.